With one back cast and the proper amount of line outside the rod tip (creating load), Al demonstrates the power forward stroke off the haul, which results in throwing the entire 90 foot shooting head and running line into the backing... "I am always adjusting and improving, I am always learning, that's why I have … Continue reading letting it rip…
Author: ondafly
I have met some of the most amazing people through fly fishing. Paying forward all the knowledge and lessons I have acquired over my life is worth sharing. I continue to learn something new every day on the water. Fishing makes me happy and sharing it with good like-minded people is what it's all about. Life is short, smile each day, and have fun, hopefully near water.
The Bow and Arrow Cast
A cast that isn't very popular but extremely deadly in close situations....
throwing a heavy shooting head…
See how short and smooth the power stroke is, it doesn't take much to deliver a shooting head 90 feet. Jim Solomon makes it look easy but it boils down to sound fundamentals, practice and a balanced outfit. #theflyzone #beonewithyourloop
making the shot count…
As you know at The Fly Zone we practice casting all the time. We try to recreate real life experiences and challenges; like windy day casting, or getting your fly to lay out straight at 80 feet so when you strip your fly you can come tight immediately. Not that you have to cast 80 … Continue reading making the shot count…
the power stroke…
Check out Fly Zone's Jim Solomon releasing on the forward stroke. Watch how far back he gets his hauling hand prior to the release. Everything matters when it comes to distance, one small error in the system and all the forward energy gets interrupted. This is poetry in motion.... - Al Q
castaway moments…
come see us in glendale at the fair!
Jim and Al will be doing a special Fly Zone presentation at 10:30am this Sunday in the Glendale Civic Auditorium at the Fly fishing Fair! Come by and say hi!
a picture is worth…
friday funnies…
Always listen to Batman when you saltwater fly fish! LOL
only the shadow knows…
It is a good idea to check your back cast. Good back loops are the key to a successful presentation. A knowledgeable casting companion is worth their weight in gold. However, most of the time we are casting by ourselves. Watching your back cast is great but it is not a great habit to develop. … Continue reading only the shadow knows…
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